News: Wellness
ESSA highlights the importance of movement for men’s mental health
During Men’s Health Week, 15th to 21st June 2020, Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) is again highlighting the importance of exercise and physical activity for men’s...
Jun 15, 2020
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Survey suggests Australian gyms facing massive membership decline
As gyms reopen after the Coronavirus crisis, a global survey of fitness club members has found that over 30% of Australian gym-goers have no intention of returning to...
Jun 15, 2020
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The Y NSW advises that fitness classes have recommenced at Oasis Aquatic and Leisure Centre
Following the NSW Government’s easing of COVID-19 restrictions, the Y NSW has advised that the gym has reopened and group fitness classes have recommenced at the Oasis Aquatic...
Jun 14, 2020
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Destination NSW announces 1,000 COVIDSafe gigs to be staged from November
Some of Australia’s most popular musical acts - including Jimmy Barnes, The Veronicas, Paul Kelly, Missy Higgins, Amy Shark, Tones and I and Birds of Tokyo - will headline a new...
Jun 14, 2020
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Fans return to Super Rugby in New Zealand
Spectator sport has returned in New Zealand with a sell-out crowd of close to 20,000 watching the Highlanders beat the Chiefs 28-27 at Dunedin’s Forsyth Barr Stadium last night....
Jun 13, 2020
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Australian Institute of Fitness' Steve Pettit says industry 'will never look the same as it did pre COVID-19'
With the easing of Coronavirus restrictions now seeing gyms able to operate across most of Australia's states, as well as without restriction in New Zealand, Steve Pettit, Chief...
Jun 13, 2020
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Community sporting clubs facing financial ruin as revenue streams hit by Coronavirus impact
While Coronavirus restrictions around Australia are being eased, with community sport following elite sport in being able to restart, local sporting clubs and competitions -...
Jun 12, 2020
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IOC Coordination Commission praises progress on Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics
The International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s Coordination Commission for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics has this week released an update on the Games’ preparations, praising...
Jun 12, 2020
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World Health Organization advises people to wear masks in public areas
The World Health Organization (WHO) has advised that people should wear face masks in public where social distancing is not possible to help stop the spread of Coronavirus....
Jun 12, 2020
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Splendour in the Grass cancellation to hit Byron Bay economy
The announcement that this year’s Splendour in the Grass festival will not be held due to Coronavirus travel restrictions looks set to have a significant impact on the economy...
Jun 12, 2020
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Sydney gym ordered to pay $550,000 to injured member
A gym member who injured her back putting away a 25kg weight at the New Dimensions Health and Fitness Centre in Western Sydney has been awarded more than $550,000 in injury...
Jun 12, 2020
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Coronavirus update: NSW facility openings with 20 people allowed in classes
Australasian Leisure Management 's pulling together of the lastest resources on restarting activities and facilities across all sectors of the industry. NSW COVIDSafe Plans for...
Jun 11, 2020
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World Tourism Organization provides global resources for industry restart
The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has released a series of resources to help formulate a sector-wide response to the unprecedented challenge of the COVID-19...
Jun 11, 2020
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Albany Entertainment Centre becomes Western Australia’s first theatre to reopen
The Albany Entertainment Centre is to become the first major Western Australia Government-owned theatre venue to host a public performance since COVID-19 forced a statewide...
Jun 11, 2020
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Fitness First to reopen NSW gyms from Saturday
Following the easing of Coronavirus restrictions, Fitness First has announced that all of clubs across NSW will officially reopen their doors to members this weekend. Having...
Jun 10, 2020
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Anantara Spas reopen with enhanced hygiene measures and immune-boosting initiatives
Anantara Spas reopen with enhanced hygiene measures and immune-boosting initiatives Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas’ award-winning spa and wellness facilities will reopen with a...
Jun 10, 2020
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Former Zoos SA veterinarian and conservationist awarded Member of the Order of Australia
Former Zoos SA veterinarian, Dr David John Schultz, has received the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in Queen's Birthday Honours in recognition of 54 years of dedicated...
Jun 10, 2020
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Fitness Australia releases new industry code of ethics
Fitness Australia has released its new Code of Ethical Conduct providing members with comprehensive guidance on expected standards of industry behaviour. Releasing the document,...
Jun 10, 2020
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Research highlights exposing children to alcohol advertising leads to increased uptake and intake
Monash University research highlights that children and young people exposed to alcohol advertising and sponsorship have an earlier uptake of drinking and can develop more...
Jun 9, 2020
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ESSA urges a considered return to the gym
Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) is reminding those returning to gyms to be mindful of starting slow and accessing advice before launching into their usual fitness...
Jun 9, 2020
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Flow Athletic announces gym hygiene partnership
Sydney gym Flow Athletic has announced a partnership with sanitisation leaders Aeris Active to provide a gym hygiene solution to keep facilities clean and hygienic while...
Jun 8, 2020
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Director General of Health signs off on New Zealand Events Sector Voluntary Code
With New Zealand having lifted almost all of its internal Coronavirus restrictions, the nation’s Director General of Health has signed off on a new Voluntary Code for event...
Jun 8, 2020
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Brands sever links with CrossFit following Chief Executive's George Floyd tweet
Leading fitness and lifestyle brands including Reebok are moving to end their links with CrossFit after the group's Chief Executive posted a tweet making light of the death of...
Jun 7, 2020
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New Zealand Government lifts all internal Coronavirus restrictions
Declaring that the nation is "virus-free", New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced the lifting of almost all of its Coronavirus restrictions. With no active...
Jun 7, 2020
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